The XYZ Diabetes Prevention Program

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Scenario: You are the new director of the XYZ Diabetes Prevention Program (a hypothetical program). The program is funded by a grant-making organization that requires all funded programs to undergo program evaluations; Your team is confused by the term “evaluation,” however, as individuals within the team don’t understand the difference between an evaluation and a research study. Can you describe the differences? Can you provide real-world examples for each?

  • Describe the purpose and reasoning for conducting a program evaluation.
  • Describe the purpose and reasoning for conducting a research study.
  • Explain the differences between a program evaluation and a research study.
  • Provide a real-world example of a program evaluation and a research study.